“My mom told me that when I was very small I would tell her that I was going to go to my aunt Betty's so I could have her fried chicken because it was...Read More »
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5 of 16 | Posted by: Bob Andrews - Decatur, IN

“Aw BJ may you rest in peace. You were always the life of the party. Always had a smile on your face. I would look forward to seeing you at A & O. ...Read More »
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6 of 16 | Posted by: CONNIE WILLIAMS - FORT WAYNE, IN

“Faith, Rich, and family. I was so sorry to hear about your Mom. B.J. could sure light up a room with her great sense of humor,quick wit, and great...Read More »
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8 of 16 | Posted by: Judy & Jerry Rohyans - Mishawaka, IN

“Am so sorry for the family's loss. BJ was such a unique lady was blessed to call her my friend. I always enjoyed serving her at the A&O. The stories...Read More »
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11 of 16 | Posted by: Vicki Sexton - Berkeley Springs, WV

Betty "BJ" Straub passed away on Monday, January 8, 2018 at her home in Fort Wayne. She was born on December 16, 1932 in Ft. Wayne at home to the late Otto and Edna (Brown) Lanning. She was a member of the VFW for over 25 years. She was a supporter of St. Jude's Children's Hospital, Paralyzed Vets, and Wounded Warriors. BJ was a loyal patron of the A&O Sweet Shop. BJ couldn't pass up on a garage sale. She also enjoyed shopping, and gardening. She is survived by one brother, Virgil (Diane) Lanning of Ft. Wayne; children, Steven (Debbie) Douglas of San Diego, CA, Rich (Jacci) Gamble of Kimberling City, MO, and Faith Scheerer of Ft. Wayne; grandchildren Kristi Gan, Russell Scheerer, Michael and James Douglas, Justin Hart, Charity Schindler; great-grandchildren Dalton, Ava and Austin. Preceded in death by her husband, Russell C.F. Straub on September 11, 1995; brothers and sisters; Alva, Orla, George, Pete, Martha, Susan, Mary, Delores, Margaret, twin sister-Barbara, Imogene, Richard. Service is 1:00 pm, Sunday, January 14, 2018 at D.O. McComb & Sons Lakeside Park Funeral Home, 1140 Lake Avenue with calling one hour prior. Calling at the funeral home Saturday, January 13, 2018, 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm & 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm. Entombment in Lindenwood Cemetery, Fort Wayne, Indiana. Memorials may be made to St. Jude's Children's Hospital, Paralyzed Vets, Wounded Warriors Project. To sign the online guest book, go to www.mccombandsons.com.

My mom told me that when I was very small I would tell her that I was going to go to my aunt Betty's so I could have her fried chicken because it was better than hers. I will miss your fried chicken but most of all I will miss having you aunt BJ. I lost my mom Barb (BJ's twin sister) several years ago. However I was lucky enough to still have my aunt BJ. When I spent time

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My mom told me that when I was very small I would tell her that I was going to go to my aunt Betty's so I could have her fried chicken because it was better than hers. I will miss your fried chicken but most of all I will miss having you aunt BJ. I lost my mom Barb (BJ's twin sister) several years ago. However I was lucky enough to still have my aunt BJ. When I spent time with aunt BJ it made me feel like I still had my mom around. Currently my luck has ran out but I know that some day I will be spending time with both of them again. Love & miss both of you.

Posted by: Bob Andrews - Decatur, IN - Family Jan 12, 2018

Aw BJ may you rest in peace. You were always the life of the party. Always had a smile on your face. I would look forward to seeing you at A & O. We had a good time partying together. You will be dearly missed. Prayers to the family.

Posted by: CONNIE WILLIAMS - FORT WAYNE, IN - Friend Jan 12, 2018

RIP Bj, Miss you so much already.

Posted by: LESLIE CORDER - Fort Wayne, IN - Friend Jan 12, 2018

Faith, Rich, and family. I was so sorry to hear about your Mom. B.J. could sure light up a room with her great sense of humor,quick wit, and great smile. I know she will be missed by many people. She and your Dad are together with so many other souls we've lost. Love and prayers. Judy and Jerry Rohyans

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